Q: Replaced radiator and lost transmission fluid, replaced fluid and back tires are locked up car won't "drive" or move

asked by on July 10, 2017

Replaced radiator and lost tranny fluid by accident , maybe like a quart or 2, replaced fluid lost in tranny and now car starts well and sounds good but back tires are locked and will not "drive" although car turns on and sounds good. Maybe a safety lock or reason due to loss of tranny fluid?! Help! Also radiator job went well and is great!

My car has 20000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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